Guard the tender bud

I heard something yesterday that resonated with me. A Pastor was mentioning the fact that usually the enemy attacks dreams or divert our purpose most when it is in the infancy stage. He was comparing the fact that Satan tried to kill Moses and Jesus in their infancy stage. The stage where they couldn't help themselves. The Devil knew what they would become and he knows our potential and that of our dreams and often launches a violent attack just when we step out to begin our journey. The message spoke to me. I have just begun a new business and the attacks against me are such that I have been terribly sidetracked just dealing with personal issues. No more. Like Mary and Moses' mother I am listening to God's instruction and following through no matter who would try to rip my dreams out of my hand. I'm thankful that I did somewhat guard it in its infancy. Now it's time to rise.

What about you? Any dreams that seem to be fading? Many things seem to be coming at you all at once? Many people seem to be turning against you and putting you down? Just go to God and make sure your relationship with Him is where it needs to be. Ask Him if you are not sure, listen and obey His instructions and leave the enemy's pawns (those allowing Satan to use them to hurt you) in the dust. But remember, please remember still pray for those who make themselves your enemies and love them even if it has to be from a distance. Don't let their action hinder you from being pleasing to God. You may not feel like it but 'obedience is better than sacrifice'